Fourteen conference SIDs predict the 'best of the SEC' for 2016
We’ve had no shortage of lists throughout the summer. Now the SEC’s football information directors have released theirs by way of AL.com’s “best of the SEC” position-by-position list.
The “awards” are included below. (Fair warning: Be prepared to see LSU’s Leonard Fournette mentioned more than a few times.) Be sure to check out AL.com’s full gallery and explanations here.
Most Valuable Player: LSU running back Leonard Fournette
Most Underrated: Alabama tight end O.J. Howard
Top Heisman Candidate: Fournette
Most Versatile: Texas A&M wide receiver Christian Kirk
Best Inside Linebacker: Alabama linebacker Reuben Foster
Best Outside Linebacker: Alabama linebacker Tim Williams
Best Defensive Lineman: Texas A&M defensive end Myles Garrett
Best Cornerback: Florida cornerback Jalen Tabor
Best Safety: Alabama safety Eddie Jackson
Best Running Back: Fournette
Best Passer: Ole Miss quarterback Chad Kelly
Best Offensive Tackle: Alabama offensive tackle Cam Robinson
Best Receiver: Alabama wide receiver Calvin Ridley
Best Kick Returner: Georgia wide receiver Isaiah McKenzie
Best Place Kicker: Auburn kicker Daniel Carlson
Best Punter: Alabama punter JK Scott
Best Athlete: Fournette